Daniel Farke issues defiant Leeds United rallying cry before Ipswich fixture amid humorous EFL 'request'

The Whites boss has repeatedly asserted this weekend's fixture with second-place Ipswich is just like any other, and another opportunity for Leeds to pick up three points. However, the German did his best to talk up his young squad ahead of what could prove to be a sliding doors moment for Leeds' season in their pursuit of an automatic promotion place.

Farke applauded his players' character and determination to pick up results against tough opponents, reminding reporters of the team's ability to come away with all three points at Portman Road and the King Power Stadium already this season, during his pre-match press conference on Thursday afternoon. The manager played down any suggestion that additional focus will be given to Saturday's encounter at Elland Road, which sees third-place Leeds attempt to cut the gap on high-flying Ipswich to seven points with a win.